Chinese

shàngsī
Meaning: boss; superior
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

我的上司在工作上給了很多指導。
我的上司在工作上给了很多指导。
My boss gave me a lot of guidance in my work.
他因工作表現良好而受到上司的提拔。
He was promoted by his superior because of his good work performance.
為了討好上司,他每天都主動加班。
In order to please his boss, he takes the initiative to work overtime every day.
他從不奉承上司,開會時總是直接說出問題。
He never flatters his boss; in meetings he always points out problems directly.

Usage Notes

Refers to a person with a higher rank in an organization.

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